Job summary
The service provides a district
level adult rehabilitation service to a population of approximately 450,000
covering Sunderland and South Tyneside and a sub-regional level service
(including paediatric assessment & rehabilitation and diagnostic audiology)
to a population of approx. 700,000.
The department has an excellent
national reputation and has contributed to initiatives and guidelines
development in areas including Paediatrics, Learning Disabilities and Clinical
Networks.
There are 29 staff and we provide
a comprehensive range of services relating to the assessment and rehabilitation
of hearing and balance problems in both adults and children are provided,
including approximately 12000 adult assessments, 3500 new hearing aid pathways,
1400 paediatric and 450 balance assessments per annum.
There are good links with the
University of Sunderland and the department has an active research portfolio,
as well as accredited supervisors providing BAA Higher Training across the
service.
Contact details for job related
candidate queries:
Dee Adamson
dee.adamson@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an enthusiastic
Audiology Healthcare Science Practitioner (Band 5) to join our friendly team.
The post holder will contribute
to the provision and development of individual management plans in the adult
service. They will also be involved in the hearing assessment of older
children.
The role may also allow
development opportunities in the areas of Paediatrics and Non-Routine
Assessment, under the supervision of senior staff, as well as providing
supervision for Associate Practitioners and Student Audiologists.
You must be able to demonstrate excellent clinical and
communication skills both with patients and professional colleagues, as well as
someone who works well within a team.
We
pride ourselves on supporting staff development and where appropriate encourage
access to the BAA Higher Training Scheme in accordance with service needs.
Essential
qualifications for Audiologist
/ Healthcare Science Practitioner (Band 5) post:
- BSc
(hons) Degree in Audiology and be eligible to register with either the AHCS,
RCCP or HCPC.
- Successfully completed clinical
competency associated with BSc or Equivalent (e.g., BAA Part I & II
examination).
- Must be eligible for AHCS/RCCP/HCPC
state registration and undertake appropriate CPD activity (for example through
participation in an accredited CPD scheme such as the BAA).
- Minimum of 3 years experience as a
Trainee Audiologist.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post involves contributing to the provision of an all-age
audiology service across the Trust, working as part of a multidisciplinary
team. This includes the assessment and rehabilitation of a caseload of adult
patients with hearing and balance difficulties.
The requirements of the post will also include supervision of
junior and trainee staff.
The post holder will work with the Head of Service and senior
staff to ensure that clinical and professional standards are always maintained.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post involves contributing to the provision of an all-age
audiology service across the Trust, working as part of a multidisciplinary
team. This includes the assessment and rehabilitation of a caseload of adult
patients with hearing and balance difficulties.
The requirements of the post will also include supervision of
junior and trainee staff.
The post holder will work with the Head of Service and senior
staff to ensure that clinical and professional standards are always maintained.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent.
- Basic IT Skills.
- Successfully completed all 4 years of BSc Physiology (Audiology) including clinical logbook or equivalent.
- Successfully completed competency associated with BSc or equivalent (e.g., BAA Part I & II examination).
- Must be eligible for RCCP/HCPC/AHCS registration and undertake appropriate CPD activity (for example through participation in an accredited CPD scheme).
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified Practitioner knowledge of adult and paediatric diagnostic audiology and aural rehabilitation, aural impression taking, vestibular testing and paediatric testing.
- Good listening and counselling skills.
- IT literate with understanding of Audiology PMS.
- Ability to communicate with patients of all ages, other professionals, and other agencies.
- Work calmly and methodically when under pressure from a busy and constantly changing caseload.
- Work effectively without direct supervision.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years experience as a trainee Audiology Practitioner/Associate Practitioner.
Physical Skills
Essential
- There is an essential requirement for the post holder to travel to/work at various sites across the Trust (possibly on a daily/short notice basis). Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
- Occasional requirement for light moving and handling.
- Ability to sit at workstations as necessary to perform the post.
- Requirement for speed and accuracy, and good keyboard skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent.
- Basic IT Skills.
- Successfully completed all 4 years of BSc Physiology (Audiology) including clinical logbook or equivalent.
- Successfully completed competency associated with BSc or equivalent (e.g., BAA Part I & II examination).
- Must be eligible for RCCP/HCPC/AHCS registration and undertake appropriate CPD activity (for example through participation in an accredited CPD scheme).
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified Practitioner knowledge of adult and paediatric diagnostic audiology and aural rehabilitation, aural impression taking, vestibular testing and paediatric testing.
- Good listening and counselling skills.
- IT literate with understanding of Audiology PMS.
- Ability to communicate with patients of all ages, other professionals, and other agencies.
- Work calmly and methodically when under pressure from a busy and constantly changing caseload.
- Work effectively without direct supervision.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years experience as a trainee Audiology Practitioner/Associate Practitioner.
Physical Skills
Essential
- There is an essential requirement for the post holder to travel to/work at various sites across the Trust (possibly on a daily/short notice basis). Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
- Occasional requirement for light moving and handling.
- Ability to sit at workstations as necessary to perform the post.
- Requirement for speed and accuracy, and good keyboard skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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